Not so Forbidden City
There is so much history in this country it is mind-boggling. And as an outsider who doesn’t speak the language there is only one way to penetrate it – with a guide.
Tilley Hats and Clothing
We have been stopped in airports, questioned in a hotel lobby and given a “thumbs up” from people whose language we can’t speak – all because of our hats.
The Packing List or How to travel around the world with one bag
365 days of travel had the potential of carrying trunks full of clothing and bags full of shoes that would never get worn. We decided to go in the other direction.
Destination: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
It’s our second stop on the Round the World Trip and our first visit to this Prairie province.
Giving Back: Because I am a Girl and Iron Kids
Recently I went to what I thought would be a regular, old media event. It wasn’t.
Home is where your neighbours are
Standing on my porch were what can only be described as representatives of some of my street’s ruling families. I thought how easily they could have been carrying torches and pitch forks to run us out of town – but no, that wasn’t the case.
Destination: Winnipeg, Manitoba
The capital of Manitoba is the first Western stop on the Globetrotting Family’s Round the World Adventure.
Things matter more when you’re leaving them
I’m writing this from my backyard. I’m laying on a well-cushioned wicker bench under the giant canopy of our gazebo.
FAQ: Are you writing the family version of “Eat, Pray,Love” on your Round the World Trip?
People keep asking. I understand the reasoning behind the question. I am a writer and I’m taking a long trip. Surely I must be running from/trying to find something. But the truth is less glamorous. And while I’m certain that the journey we are about to set out on will feel as epic to us ...Read More
Nikon Coolpix S1100pj
When Nikon sent me their new camera to try I hesitated. I have a Nikon camera already. I own the Nikon D80 DSLR camera. It’s fancy and big and intimidating. It takes great pictures but I find it mostly sits on my shelf because there’s nothing that says “not fancy” than a ballgown with a ...Read More
Vancouver Canucks’ wins mean winning deals for you
Who you cheer for in the NHL finals underway may change when you hear about the latest deal from the Mountainside Lodge in Vancouver, Canada.
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